AI Courses for Students and Recent Graduates

The age of AI is here, and it’s impacting careers across every industry. To prepare professionals to meet challenges, leverage opportunities and create positive impact with artificial intelligence, Marquette Business Executive Education has partnered with Todd McLees, leading expert of human-AI collaboration and founder of HumanSkills.ai. 

The result? Expert-led, self-paced, impactful coursework empowering students and recent graduates across the university to deepen their understanding and strengthen their skillset. Participants will do more than simply use AI — they’ll collaborate with artificial intelligence tools to create value and meaningful impact for their organizations. Both course offerings are compliant with 529 savings plans.  

Tier One – AI Agility 30-Day Challenge 

The AI Agility 30-Day Challenge provides a deep exploration of AI tools and their application in today's dynamic business landscape. Participants will build AI fluency, develop habits for effective human–AI collaboration, and learn ethical and practical guidelines for applying AI in professional settings. Self-paced coursework and expert resources make this challenge the perfect fit for students and early-career professionals who want to sharpen their AI agility skills.  

  • Self-paced virtual coursework
  • Available to: current students and recent graduates (must register with active Marquette University email address)
  • Timeframe: 30 days
  • Cost: $500 

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Tier Two – Applied AI certificate 

The Applied AI certificate course consists of 40 modules categorized into three content categories: AI Agility, AI Workflows and Agents, and Responsible and Ethical AI. This course follows an asynchronous format, allowing students and graduates to complete modules at their own pace as it fits in their busy schedules. Upon completion of coursework and a knowledge check, participants will receive an Applied AI certificate to enhance their resumes and LinkedIn profiles. The Applied AI certificate is one of the most comprehensive and affordable AI training courses available today. 

  • Self-paced virtual coursework
  • Applied AI certificate upon completion
  • Available to: rising juniors, seniors, and recent graduates (must register with active Marquette University email address)
    • This course is also available to professionals, no Marquette affiliation required. Click Here!
  • Timeframe: 16 hours
  • Cost: $750 (use code MUAppliedAI2026 for this discount)

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Course Benefits 

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Applied, not theoretical.

Every module produces a usable artifact (a prompt, a workflow, an agent, or a policy) with real-world application from day one.

Human-first.

AI capability is the means, but human agency, judgment, and accountability are the point.

Career-ready.

Graduates leave with a portfolio of AI configurations, workflows, agents, and ethical decision frameworks that demonstrate professional competence to employers. 

Integrated ethics.

This course positions responsible AI use as a priority, not an afterthought. 

 

Block Theme Modules Hours
1. Foundations First contact with AI, done right 1-8 ~3
2. Leveling Up From user to skilled practitioner 9-16 ~3
3. Applied Power Workflows, value creation, real work 17-24 ~3
4. Building Agents Configure, build, deploy, govern 25-32 ~3
5. Creating & Shipping Prototyping, quality, standards 33-35 ~1
6. The Send-Off Career, identity, purpose, portfolio 36-40 ~3

 

This program is offered by Marquette Business Executive Education, which provides customizable, expert-led professional development for professionals and business leaders. Ready to unlock your team’s potential and surpass business goals? Learn more about the program and contact the Executive Education team.